Casual IntermediateHike Detail SheetHikes

Willow Springs Canyon (CI)

By September 4, 2022 July 3rd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 5.0 Area: Goldfield
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 650 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: Yes
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.50096, -111.46275
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: Yes
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out and back hike into scenic Willow Canyon. This trail is steep with loose rocks in some places. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Turn left onto Hwy 60 west towards Phoenix. Follow to exit 199, Old West Hwy. Stay right on Goldfield Rd for 3 miles. Turn left on Lost Dutchman, then right on Apache Trail (Route 88) for 5.6 miles. Parking lot is on the left.